Financial relief for organisations

Registering as an accredited waste service provider ensures that your business is compliant with the City's Integrated Waste Management By-law.

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How to read your water meter

You can submit your water meter reading by calling 0860 103 089 or entering it online via your municipal account on our e-Services portal.

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Comment on the proposed MyCiTi Phase 2A stop locations along direct routes

10 October – 30 November 2022

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Cost of electricity

We bill you based on a three-tier tariff system comprising of the Lifeline tariff, the Domestic tariff and the Home User tariff. Find out how this works for residential and commercial properties.

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City jobs and opportunities

The City offers a range of employment and career development opportunities to suitably qualified applicants from a range of social and educational backgrounds.

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Submit your water meter readings online

You can submit your water meter reading online through e-Services.

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Arrange a payment plan

We offer payment plans for property owners and tenants who have outstanding payments on their municipal accounts.

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Dam levels

The City of Cape Town and the National Department of Water and Sanitation measures dam levels to check how much water is available.

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Apply for a wheelie bin

Property owners can apply for a 240 litre wheelie bin for the household, while relevant sectional title complexes can apply for the required number of bins.

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Pay and renew your vehicle licence

Pay for your vehicle licence renewal online through e-Services or in person.

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Prevent illegal dumping

The City calls on all communities to stop illegal dumping and to report anyone who engages in this act.

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Informal trading

Informal trade is a very important part of Cape Town's economy and offers good employment opportunities for traders, as well as affordable goods and services to locals.

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Submit your electricity meter readings online

You can submit your own electricity meter reading or let the City read your meter for you.

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Find your councillor, ward or subcouncil

You can find your councillor, ward or subcouncil using our easy look-up tool.

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Your City in 60 seconds

Catch up on the latest important City news updates with your City in 60 seconds.

Each week, we share a new video giving you a snapshot of what we are up to in your community.<div class="responsive-media"> <iframe width="560" height="315" title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/yEaAWqZ7m2k?si=df7u42G3_5LFiUm4" frameborder="0"></iframe> </div> <div style="clear:both;margin-bottom:5px;"> <figure class="figure-credits left" style="margin:0px 15px 10px 0px;"> <a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/Media-and-news/New%20Film%20Fund%20recipients%20set%20to%20spotlight%20Cape%20Town%20on%20screen"> <img class="responsive" alt="New Film Fund recipients set to spotlight Cape Town on screen" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/Film-380.jpg" /> </a></figure> <a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/Media-and-news/New%20Film%20Fund%20recipients%20set%20to%20spotlight%20Cape%20Town%20on%20screen"> New Film Fund recipients set to spotlight Cape Town on screen</a> Film Fund beneficiaries announced. </div><div style="clear:both;margin-bottom:5px;"> <figure class="figure-credits left" style="margin:0px 15px 10px 0px;"> <a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/Media-and-news/City%27s%20Smart%20Speed%20Signs%20an%20effective%20speed%20calming%20tool"> <img class="responsive" alt="City’s Smart Speed Signs an effective speed calming tool" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/speed-sign-380.jpg" /> </a></figure> <a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/Media-and-news/City%27s%20Smart%20Speed%20Signs%20an%20effective%20speed%20calming%20tool"> City’s Smart Speed Signs an effective speed calming tool </a> Smart Speed Signs continue rolling out. </div><div style="clear:both;margin-bottom:5px;"> <figure class="figure-credits left" style="margin:0px 15px 10px 0px;"> <a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/Media-and-news/Cape%20Town%20completes%20latest%20Safe%20Space%20upgrade%20to%20help%20people%20off%20the%20streets"> <img class="responsive" alt="Cape Town completes latest Safe Space upgrade to help people off the streets" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/shelter-2-380.jpg" /> </a> </figure> <a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/Media-and-news/Cape%20Town%20completes%20latest%20Safe%20Space%20upgrade%20to%20help%20people%20off%20the%20streets"> Cape Town completes latest Safe Space upgrade to help people off the streets </a> Strand Street walk-in centre and Culemborg Safe Space have been upgraded. </div><div style="clear:both;margin-bottom:5px;"> <figure class="figure-credits left" style="margin:0px 15px 10px 0px;"> <a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/Media-and-news/Waste%20not%2c%20want%20profit%20City-funded%20WISP%20a%20win%20for%20businesses"> <img class="responsive" alt="Waste not, want profit? City-funded WISP a win for businesses" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/wisp-380.jpg" /> </a></figure> <a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/Media-and-news/Waste%20not%2c%20want%20profit%20City-funded%20WISP%20a%20win%20for%20businesses"> Waste not, want profit? City-funded WISP a win for businesses</a> The City manages 2.1m tonnes of waste yearly with major landfill diversion. </div>

2026-04-16T22:00:00Z

Weather shift offers an opportunity for pre-winter checks

According to the South African Weather Service (SAWS), there is a chance of light to moderate showers until Sunday.

According to the South African Weather Service (SAWS), there is a chance of light to moderate showers until Sunday.Wind speeds are expected to pick up towards the latter part of the weekend, with a yellow level-2 warning for wind and wave damage from late on Saturday until Monday, 20 April.‘Should the predicted showers and wind be significant enough, they could help residents identify any potential leaks on their properties, loose roof tiles or sheets and any other weather-related risks that could pose a challenge once winter truly sets in. So we urge the public to do checks around the home this weekend and make a list of anything that needs attention. More preparation means improved mitigation of major impacts during severe weather spells, which in turn relieves the pressure on emergency, enforcement and other service departments,’ said Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, Alderman JP Smith.The City’s Disaster Risk Management Centre coordinates Cape Town’s planning and response to any adverse weather-related impacts.Public education and awareness is a critical element.‘We are ramping up our Flood-wise campaign, including community based risk assessments, going door-to-door to assist communities with tips on how they can safeguard themselves and their families, and of course also ensuring that City departments are pulling together through our Winter Readiness Task Team, which meets every two weeks and will switch to weekly meetings from May,’ said Disaster Risk Management spokesperson, Charlotte Powell.To report any emergency incident, call the City’s Public Emergency Communication Centre on 021 480 7700. End

2026-04-16T22:00:00Z

Hout Bay facilities restored with over R9 million investment in community spaces

The City of Cape Town will reopen the Hangberg Civic Centre following a full refurbishment after its illegal occupation and vandalism

Work included reinstatement and repairs to several areas of the complex that required targeted maintenance including: • The levelling of the synthetic pitch and reinstatement of the astro-turf • Repairs and restoration of the catch net• Clearing of drainage line around the pitch• Fixing the gully on the south side of the pitch which was flood prone• Reinstatement of the pitch perimeter fence and the gates at strategic points• Refurbishing of goalposts and replacement of goal nets Additional work included plumbing repairs to address sewerage spills and electrical repairs. The Hangberg Civic Centre has been restored at a cost of just over R1,9 million after illegal occupiers who had been there for several years were evicted, and the facility vandalised. <figure class="subtopic-fullsize-img"> <img class="responsive" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/DSC_0282.jpg" alt="" style="width:1074px;" /> </figure>Work at the centre included the repairs to the roofing structure including roof sheets and gutters; installation of aluminium doors and windows, new handrails to ramped walkways, refurbishment of ablutions and external structural crack repairs. A further R1,9 million was invested in the Hangberg Recreation Centre, including roof and plumbing repairs. The centre hosts a range of community programmes, including dance, volleyball, football, basketball, and two seniors’ clubs. ‘During a recent visit to the facilities, it was encouraging to see these spaces already alive with activity, filled with young people running, playing and making full use of what is on offer. These facilities provide safe, accessible environments that create positive alternatives and opportunities for young people, helping to steer them away from gangs and crime. And so, I am overjoyed that we are able to return these important facilities to the community. We thank residents for their patience while we worked towards making these facilities operational and available for use again. I encourage them to take ownership of these facilities. It belongs to all of us and we all have a duty to protect it so we can enjoy it for many years to come,’ said Councillor Francine Higham, Mayoral Committee Member for Community Services and Health. <figure class="subtopic-fullsize-img"> <img class="responsive" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/DSC_0216.jpg" alt="" style="width:949px;" /> </figure>‘It brings me great joy to see the Hangberg Civic Centre restored, beautifully refurbished and returned to the community. This space has always been part of the fabric of Hangberg, hosting weddings, matric celebrations, memorials and so many of life’s important moments. For years, residents were robbed of this much-loved hall due to illegal occupiers stripping it to a shell and I know that loss was felt deeply by our seniors’ groups, community performers and many others. From now on, new memories will be made here. Birthday parties, church gatherings, maybe even a wedding or two. That is what this centre was always meant for,’ said Councillor Rob Quintas, Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Mobility.While significant progress has been made, the City acknowledges that more work is still needed and remains committed to continued investment in these spaces as funding becomes available. Report vandalism and suspicious behaviour to the City’s Public Emergency Communication Centre: 021 480 7700 <figure class="subtopic-fullsize-img"> <img class="responsive" src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/DSC_0381.jpg" alt="" style="width:949px;" /> </figure> Caption 1: At a site visit were from left Recreation and Parks Regional Manager Desiree Galant, Principal Facility Officer Nkululeko Mfecane, Councillor Francine Higham, Councillor Rob Quintas and Principal Facility Officer Anthone Leite.Caption 2: Children enjoy ball games on the synthetic pitch.Caption 3: The Hangberg Civic Centre has been restored. End

2026-04-16T22:00:00Z

Strand, Bonteheuwel and Langa: The City’s Mobile Office is coming to you

The City of Cape Town’s Mobile Office is heading to Strand, Bonteheuwel and Langa next week to bring essential municipal services directly to residents' doorsteps

The details are as follows:<ul><li>Monday, 20 April 2026 from 10:00 to 14:00 at the Beverly Hills Life Change Centre, Cnr. of Webb and Boundary Road, Strand </li><li>Wednesday, 22 April 2026 from 09:00 to 15:00 at the Bonteheuwel Civic Centre, Cnr. of Kiaat and Bluegum Streets, Bonteheuwel </li><li>Wednesday, 22 April 2026 from 09:00 to 15:00 at the Langa Civic Centre, Cnr. of Church Street and King Langalibalele Drive, Langa</li></ul>The City’s Customer Relations Department’s mobile team will assist residents with logging queries and service requests electronically.The Basket of Services offering in Bonteheuwel and Langa will see several City departments present their services and will assist residents with enquiries or concerns around:<ul><li>Human Resources for enquiries about bursaries, internships, and apprenticeships </li><li>Community, Arts and Culture Development to find out how you can get involved </li><li>Business Hub and Jobs Connect </li><li>Customer Relations </li><li>Energy for meter related issues, billing issues and account concerns </li><li>Health to find out more about primary health care services </li><li>Safety and Security for information about traffic and law enforcement services </li><li>EPWP and jobseekers to give unemployed youth an opportunity to register on the jobseekers’ database to make them eligible for job opportunities that become available in their local communities.</li></ul>‘These mobile office and Basket of Services’ visits bring essential municipal support to residents' doorsteps. This is a great opportunity for residents to resolve their non-emergency enquiries, including rates, water, electricity, and refuse accounts, in the comfort of their own neighbourhoods. We encourage Strand, Bonteheuwel and Langa residents to bring along their IDs or municipal accounts to ensure our teams can assist them with ease,’ said Alderman Theresa Uys, Mayoral Committee Member for Corporate Services.

2026-04-16T22:00:00Z

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Prevent blocked sewers

The City has an excessively high number of sewer blockages each year. On average, we attend to nearly 300 sewer blockages every day. Clearing these blockages makes our operational costs higher.

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Get Grants-in-Aid funding

The City of Cape Town makes grants-in-aid available to organisations to fund projects that benefit the community and assist the City in realising its goals and objectives as set out by the Integrated Development Plan (IDP).

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Apply for debt relief

If you would like to have your debt written off, please contact us directly to find out if you qualify.

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Registering as an accredited waste service provider ensures that your business is compliant with the City's Integrated Waste Management By-law.

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How to read your water meter

You can submit your water meter reading by calling 0860 103 089 or entering it online via your municipal account on our e-Services portal.

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Arrange a payment plan

We offer payment plans for property owners and tenants who have outstanding payments on their municipal accounts.

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The cost of electricity

We bill you based on a three-tier tariff system comprising of the Lifeline tariff, the Domestic tariff and the Home User tariff.

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Submit your electricity meter readings online

You can submit your own electricity meter reading or let the City read your meter for you.

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Find your councillor, ward or subcouncil

You can find your councillor, ward or subcouncil using our easy look-up tool.

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Apply for a wheelie bin

Property owners can apply for a 240 litre wheelie bin for their household

<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/City-Connect/Apply/Municipal-services/solid-waste/Apply-for-a-new-wheelie-bin-for-domestic-properties">Apply-for-a-new-wheelie-bin-for-domestic-properties</a>

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Comment on the proposed MyCiTi Phase 2A stop locations along direct routes

10 October – 30 November 2022

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Pay and renew your vehicle licence

There are a number of different options you can use when paying for and renewing your vehicle licence renewal.

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Prevent illegal dumping

We are calling on all our residents to stop and report illegal dumping … Illegal dumping costs us money It costs the City R350 million every year to clean up illegal dumping …

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Informal trading

Informal trade is a very important part of Cape Town's economy and benefits both traders and locals.

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Submit a building plan

If you are planning any building work on a property, you may need to submit a building plan for approval.

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City jobs and opportunities

The City offers a range of employment and career development opportunities to suitably qualified applicants from a range of social and educational backgrounds.

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Pay your rates and services accounts

You can pay your rates and services account in a number of different ways.

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District plans

The District Plans are medium term (10 year) plans that aim to guide spatial development processes and land use management within the district and are approved by the Council of City of Cape Town as policy.

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The Business Hub

The Business Hub provides information on starting and growing your business.

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Dam levels

The dam levels are critical for Cape Town’s water supply and are a key contributor to the Day Zero water dashboard

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Submit your water meter readings online

You can submit your water meter reading online through e-Services.

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Apply for new or replacement driver's licence

Find out how to get a new or replacement driver’s licence.

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Cape Town Future Energy Festival

The Cape Town Future Energy Festival is a showcase of innovation and sustainable living.

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